Airport
Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST)
Ostend-Bruges International Airport is a compact gateway to the Belgian coast and the historic city of Bruges. Compare transfer options to Ostend, Bruges, De Haan, Nieuwpoort, Knokke-Heist and nearby coastal resorts, and plan your journey with ease.
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About Ostend-Bruges International Airport
Ostend-Bruges International Airport is an international airport near the Belgian coast serving Ostend, Bruges and the surrounding West Flanders region. Opened in 1923, it has developed into a compact airport that handles passenger flights, cargo operations and general and business aviation.
Located about 5 km southwest of Ostend and roughly 25 km from the centre of Bruges, the airport is a convenient gateway to the North Sea coast, including resorts such as De Haan, Nieuwpoort and Knokke-Heist. Passenger services focus on holiday and charter flights, with TUI fly as the main airline, while cargo plays an important role in regional logistics.
The airport operates from a single passenger terminal with short walking distances and a renovated departure area, alongside a dedicated business terminal for private and general aviation. This makes it popular with travelers seeking a quieter and more personal alternative to larger hubs.
Ostend is reachable by bus from the railway station and by taxi or car, while Bruges can be reached by train from Ostend or by road. With parking, a food and beverage area, a shop and a VIP lounge, the airport offers a straightforward start for trips to the Belgian coast and beyond.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Ostend-Bruges International Airport operates passenger flights from a single passenger terminal with a two-level layout. The ground floor handles arrivals, baggage reclaim and airline check-in, while the first floor is used for departures and security screening. A separate North Sea Aviation Center business terminal serves general, private and business aviation.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Ostend-Bruges International Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Ostend-Bruges International Airport to hotels in Ostend, Bruges and along the Belgian coast, including De Haan, Nieuwpoort and Knokke-Heist.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, business meetings, events or excursions around Ostend, Bruges and West Flanders.
Car Rental
Rent a car at Ostend-Bruges International Airport for independent travel along the Belgian coast and onward journeys to Bruges, Ghent and other destinations.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Ostend-Bruges International Airport, coastal hotels, event venues and other destinations.
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